Rathaus Weißensee, Administrative building in Pankow, Germany
Rathaus Weißensee is a three-story administrative building in Berlin's Pankow district with red clinker brick and sandstone walls built on a Silesian granite base. The building houses the local town hall offices, a wedding hall, and a civil registrar's office serving the surrounding community.
Construction began in 1901 after the municipality purchased land on Breitestraße, with architect Wilhelm Johow overseeing the project until its completion in 1903. The building was erected when Weißensee was still an independent municipality before later being incorporated into Berlin.
The wedding hall inside features oil paintings by Ludwig von Hofmann and oak paneling by Ernst Westphal that give the space its artistic character. Visitors can experience these decorative elements during ceremonies or tours, seeing how the place marks important moments in people's lives.
The building is accessible for administrative matters and visits, though different departments may have varying hours. Visitors should call ahead or check the Pankow district website to confirm that the office they need is open and to arrange any scheduled visits.
The original copper roof was removed during World War I for military use and replaced with slate tiles in 1937. This change reflects how even administrative buildings were shaped by major historical events.
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